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Carnation Malted Milk Shake

Adapted from the original Carnation Carnation Malted Milk Powder packaging. Back of the Bag is not affiliated with Carnation.

"The classic fountain-style treat at home."

Prep 5 min Cook 0 min 1 shake

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Carnation Malted Milk Shake

The Story

After Carnation acquired the Horlick's process for creating malted milk, they began printing instructions for 'fountain-style' shakes on their tin canisters. This recipe helped transition malted milk from a health supplement for infants and invalids into a popular American soda fountain staple. It remains the definitive ratio for achieving the thick, nostalgic texture of a 1950s diner malt.

From the back of Carnation Malted Milk Powder — since 1925

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cold milk
  • 3 tablespoons Carnation Malted Milk Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large scoops vanilla ice cream

Directions

  1. 1

    Place milk, malted milk powder, and vanilla in a blender container.

  2. 2

    Add ice cream scoops.

  3. 3

    Cover and blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.

  4. 4

    Pour into a tall, chilled glass and serve immediately.